1948 Morris Minor vs. 2012 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 816 kg more than 1948 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Morris Minor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Morris Minor | 2012 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Morris | Nissan |
Model | Minor | Maxima |
Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 918 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1606 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2776 mm |